Anton Roolaart - The Ballad of General Jupiter (2026)

Wandering Willow Records and MoonJune Records, present the latest release from multi-instrumentalist Anton Roolaart, The Ballad of General Jupiter. Entirely composed and produced by Anton — except for the closing track Yesterday and Today (written by Jon Anderson of Yes), this album marks another bold step in Anton’s artistic evolution.

Blending rich musical textures with evocative and lyrical storytelling, The Ballad of General Jupiter is a collection of sonic tales — snapshots of imagination, emotion, and resilience. With echoes of Bowie, Pink Floyd, and early Genesis, Roolaart paints vivid musical portraits shaped by imagination, introspection, and social consciousness as he explores not only personal themes, but also broader reflections on a world grappling with chaos, greed, and injustice.

The opening track, Amsterdam, sets the tone with an intimate reflection on Roolaart’s 2020 return to his homeland in the Netherlands—an emotional homecoming shaped by both fulfillment and loss. Expanding beyond earthbound concerns, tracks like Rain and The Cry of Seven Doves explore more otherworldly themes, enriched by the saxophone and flute contributions of Amsterdam-based musician Wouter Schueler. Bob Kirby, Anton’s long-time friend and drummer, brings dynamic rhythms and percussion to the mix alongside Anton’s bass playing, adding further depth to the album’s soundscape. Anton’s dear friend and collaborator on all his releases, Rave Tesar (Renaissance) adds his performances, as well as helping with the production and mastering.

“Artists have a unique voice,” says Roolaart. “Now more than ever, it's important to speak to what’s happening in the world. This album is my way of doing that—through music.”

The Ballad of General Jupiter is not just an album — it’s an experience that reflects Anton Roolaart’s continued growth as a composer, performer, and producer.